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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 35768: White Majority and Low Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 35768 in Scottsboro, Alabama, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The racial composition indicates 88% of the population identifies as white, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity. The median income for 2022 was $44,318, with a population of 10,664.
Scottsboro has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status over the past decade. The white population percentage has fluctuated between 85% and 91%. A small increase in the "Two or More Races" category from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022 suggests a gradual trend towards slightly increased diversity. The Black population has remained relatively stable between 4-7% throughout the decade.
The median income in Scottsboro has shown a general upward trend. From 2013 to 2021, there was an increase from $34,600 to $48,189, representing a growth of about 39%. However, there was a decrease in 2022 to $44,318. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 10,400 and 11,200 residents over the decade.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of Scottsboro contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The gradual increase in median income aligns with broader economic recovery trends following the 2008 recession, although the recent decrease in 2022 may reflect more recent economic challenges. The stability in population suggests that Scottsboro has not experienced rapid growth or decline.
Scottsboro has remained a predominantly white, low-diversity community over the past decade, with subtle signs of very gradual diversification. The economic situation has generally improved for residents, as evidenced by the rising median income, though recent data suggests potential challenges. These trends indicate a relatively stable community experiencing slow, incremental changes rather than dramatic shifts in its demographic or economic landscape.
